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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in electronic education technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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