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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Babson College to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Teachers want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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