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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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