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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Academics want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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