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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning have empowered people all over the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education ventures. Professors want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing need for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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