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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in blended learning are providing the means for humans all over the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Everybody wants to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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