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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Bolivia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this growing need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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