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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Burundi to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a demand to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these important new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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