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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning are making it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand these exciting new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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