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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in e-learning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these important new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this crescive demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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