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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in elearning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Educators want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing demand for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also describes the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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