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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Academics want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this increasing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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