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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Researchers want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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