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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in online learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this desire for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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