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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in e-learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions are having to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Broward College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these important new open educational initiatives. Academics want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing desideratum for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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