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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. New developments in learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online courses. These massive online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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