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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in learning technology have empowered students all over the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Students want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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