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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning institutions must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of low student motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these new open education endeavours. Public servants want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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