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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning have empowered students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Midway Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this demand for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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