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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in elearning technology have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Professors and numerous other participants would like to better perceive these compelling new open education undertakings. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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