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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a necessity to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these interesting new open education initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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