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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in blended learning have empowered people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like The Bahamas to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these significant new open educational ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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