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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in electronic education technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these intriguing new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also describes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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