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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants desire to understand these exciting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This book also studies the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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