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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Educators want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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