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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in learning technology are empowering students all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions have to struggle with today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also considers the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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