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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Vatican City to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a need to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Universities want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this developing desire for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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