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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in distance learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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