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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in elearning make it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Jordan to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to understand these new open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also explores the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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