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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Armenia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a need to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these new open education undertakings. Public servants want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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