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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in elearning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also describes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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