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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in online education have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Santa Clara University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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