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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning have provided the means for people all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Universities want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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