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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning technology have empowered humans in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Instructors want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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