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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in electronic educational technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This book also talks about the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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