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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New developments in online learning technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education organizations are dealing with today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational experiments. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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