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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in online learning make it possible for humans all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. MOOC classes are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education ventures. Scientists want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This sensational new book also articulates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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