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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest advances in e-learning have empowered people all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions must deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants need to better grasp these fascinating new open education ventures. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this developing desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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