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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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