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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? How can stakeholders manage low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Universities want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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