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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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