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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these compelling new open educational undertakings. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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