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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning make it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions are dealing with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants want to better perceive these compelling new open education undertakings. Universities want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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