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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in e-learning make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Santa Clara University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to know how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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