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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these new open education endeavours. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this developing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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