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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in electronic education technology are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Wake Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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