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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to consider today because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Clemson University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Scholars want to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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