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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in electronic educational technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also considers the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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