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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in electronic educational technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education ventures. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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