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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in elearning are making it possible for people all around the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This book also considers the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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