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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in blended learning technology enable humans all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these compelling new open education ventures. People want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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