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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in electronic educational technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these compelling new open educational ventures. Trainers want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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