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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Academics want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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