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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online education are making it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Professors want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses (moocs) Definition