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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education initiatives. Instructors want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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