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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern changes in elearning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Midway Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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