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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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