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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning are enabling students all over the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better grasp these fascinating new open education endeavours. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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