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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to take classes online. MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. People want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also explores the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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