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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several issues that elearning organizations have to struggle with today because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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