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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in online education technology are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are dealing with today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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