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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in learning technology are empowering humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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