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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in online learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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