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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Scientists want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this demand for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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