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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in electronic educational technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Teachers want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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