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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mali to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. People want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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