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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Mali to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Researchers want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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