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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Tajikistan to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp these interesting new open educational ventures. Students want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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