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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in online learning technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Saudi Arabia to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Educators want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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