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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New improvements in distance learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these open education ventures. People want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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