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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Italy to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these interesting new open educational ventures. Educators want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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