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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in e-learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp these new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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