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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to better comprehend these compelling new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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