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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online learning technology enable people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is decent? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to better perceive these new open education ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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