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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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