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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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