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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning are providing the means for students all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these open education initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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