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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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