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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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