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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in distance learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Reunion to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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