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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning are making it possible for people all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to understand these open education ventures. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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