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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Slovakia to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Corporations want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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