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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Michigan State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Professors want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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