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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions must deal with now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants would like to better comprehend these interesting new open educational undertakings. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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