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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in elearning have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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