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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in electronic education technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC courses? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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