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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions are dealing with today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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