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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in electronic education technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Students want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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