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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in electronic education technology are enabling people all over the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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