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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions have to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these intriguing new open education endeavours. People want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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