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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online education technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Students and many other participants would like to better perceive these exciting new open education initiatives. Students want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding desideratum for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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