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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology are enabling people in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Malaysia to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these compelling new open education initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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