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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology have empowered learners all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these significant new open educational ventures. Academics want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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