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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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