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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online learning technology enable humans in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these open education initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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