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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in online learning are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to better understand these significant new open educational endeavours. Academics want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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