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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this growing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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