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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in elearning technology have empowered learners all over the world to take courses online. These massive open courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like The John Marshall Law School to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these open educational ventures. Instructors want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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