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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these compelling new open education endeavours. Teachers want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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