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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans all over the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions are considering today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Scholars want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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