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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning have enabled people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Educators want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this crescive need for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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