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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online learning are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in online courses. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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