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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology make it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are dealing with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also describes the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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