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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in elearning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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