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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Brunei to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these open education initiatives. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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