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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions have to consider today because learning technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education ventures. Professors want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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