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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these interesting new open education initiatives. Scholars want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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