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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Micronesia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also addresses 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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