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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern developments in electronic education technology make it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp these exciting new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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