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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in e-learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are having to deal with today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this crescive need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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