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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to take online classes. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with today because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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