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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in online learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing desire for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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