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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations are dealing with now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is decent? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Iceland to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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