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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Clemson University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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