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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advances in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are having to consider now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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