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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in distance learning have enabled students in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education initiatives. Trainers want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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