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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions have to consider more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Honduras to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these interesting new open education endeavours. Students want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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