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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these new open educational ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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