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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners assure 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 massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Public servants want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also studies the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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