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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning are enabling students in nations all aver the world to take online classes. MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions are considering today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational ventures. People want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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