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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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