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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology enable students in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Professors want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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