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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in elearning technology are enabling students all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of these MOOCs is decent? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Academics want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also researches the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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