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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in e-learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education experiments. Professors want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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