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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this crescive need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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