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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to better understand these significant new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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