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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in electronic educational technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Instructors want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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