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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in e-learning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Educators want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this growing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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