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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this crescive need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This sensational new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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