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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these exciting new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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