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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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