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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saint Martin to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to understand these new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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