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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning are making it possible for students all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also studies the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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