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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning enable people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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