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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing desire for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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