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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning are providing the means for learners all over the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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