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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning technology have enabled people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of issues that online learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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