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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like CaltechX to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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