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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Educators want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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