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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these new open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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