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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are having to attend to now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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