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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning are empowering humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational experiments. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this developing demand for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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