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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning are empowering humans in nations all around the world to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend these new open education initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also articulates the most important 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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