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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Boston University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Scholars want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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