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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. New developments in electronic educational technology have provided the means for students all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Trainers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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