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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in online learning technology have enabled people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open educational experiments. Educators want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing desideratum for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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