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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these open education ventures. Corporations want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this crescive desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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