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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in online learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations are considering today because learning technology is developing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education ventures. Lecturers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this increasing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also researches the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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