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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern gains in electronic educational technology make it possible for humans all over the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues 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 education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these important new open education ventures. Researchers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also researches the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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