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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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