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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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