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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology make it possible for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Professors want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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