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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in blended learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions are having to consider today because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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