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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in blended learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these compelling new open education ventures. Researchers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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