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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online learning have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Lecturers want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this crescive desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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