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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Researchers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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