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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in digital education technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to better comprehend these significant new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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