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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in online learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to better grasp these important new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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