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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Babson College to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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