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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These MOOC courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these intriguing new open educational endeavours. People want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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