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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in elearning have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these promising new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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