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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to better comprehend these compelling new open education undertakings. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this increasing need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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