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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a demand to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to better understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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