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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in e-learning have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Samoa to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scholars want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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