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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in elearning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are many topics that online education institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these interesting new open educational ventures. Students want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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