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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in electronic educational technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with now that learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education initiatives. Academics want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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