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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in digital education technology have provided the means for people all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desideratum to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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