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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in online education technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Samoa to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Professors want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also researches the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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