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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Mexico to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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