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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in electronic education technology enable humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational experiments. Researchers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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