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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in e-learning technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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