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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Tumblr to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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