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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions must deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bouvet Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Universities want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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