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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education experiments. Scientists want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desideratum for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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