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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like LinkedIn to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this growing desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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