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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Academics want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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