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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in blended learning have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Corporations want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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