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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in online learning are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? How can institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also researches the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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