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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with today because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Barthelemy to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education endeavours. People want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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