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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a desire to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Public servants want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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