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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in elearning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are having to attend to now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Public servants want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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