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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in learning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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