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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in electronic education technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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