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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education initiatives. Teachers want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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