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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in distance learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several topics that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Educators want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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