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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in e-learning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations must deal with now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Santa Clara University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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