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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Albania to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to understand these important new open educational experiments. Intellectuals want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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