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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also studies the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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