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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in online learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Everyone wants to know how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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