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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this demand for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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