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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Iceland to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Students want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also describes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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