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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to take online courses. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. People want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also studies the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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