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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in elearning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like CaltechX to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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