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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning have empowered people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Arizona State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education ventures. Everyone wants to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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