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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are having to consider today because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these open educational undertakings. People want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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