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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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