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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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