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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Croatia to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to better perceive these exciting new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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