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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in elearning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education experiments. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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