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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this developing desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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