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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in e-learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. People want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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