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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in e-learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education experiments. Teachers want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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