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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in e-learning are enabling learners all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, San Diego to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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