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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational ventures. Students want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desideratum for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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