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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online learning make it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. These massively open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are having to attend to now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education endeavours. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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