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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Trainers want to grasp how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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