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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to better understand these new open education ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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