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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in elearning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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