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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning organizations must deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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