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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in online education make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Educators want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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