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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take online classes. MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these open education ventures. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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