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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in elearning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also researches the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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