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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in elearning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses online. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions have to consider now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education initiatives. Educators want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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