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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in elearning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a growing need to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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