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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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