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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many topics that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Arizona State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this growing demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also researches the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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