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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Wake Island to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also researches the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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