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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions are struggling with today because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these compelling new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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