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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in electronic educational technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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