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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in electronic education technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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