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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in elearning are empowering people all over the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these open education initiatives. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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