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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning becomes more available there is a need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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