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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Meetup to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these important new open education undertakings. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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