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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Micronesia to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education experiments. Professors want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This exciting new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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