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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Educators want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this crescive need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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