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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in blended learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Educators want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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