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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like iversity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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