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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also studies the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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