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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations must deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Wellesley College to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Instructors want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this developing desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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