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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations must deal with today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these interesting new open education initiatives. Educators want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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