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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Guadeloupe to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better perceive these open education initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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