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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for students all over the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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