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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning are empowering students all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Professors want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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