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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in e-learning technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education experiments. Scientists want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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