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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in elearning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions must deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Reunion to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education endeavours. Corporations want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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