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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Marquette University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these open education initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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