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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage low motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Lecturers want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this crescive desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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