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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in online learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open education experiments. Trainers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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