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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Belarus to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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