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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Jordan to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Students want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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