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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Utah to conduct these massive open online courses? How can we deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education experiments. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This book also studies the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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