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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning have provided the means for people all around the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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