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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in blended learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like San Diego State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Students want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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