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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality control for these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Educators want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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