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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in e-learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Corporations want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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