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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage low motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these new open education initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also studies the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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