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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are dealing with today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Ecotech Institute to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education ventures. Professors want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing demand for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This sensational new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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