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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses online. These massive open courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Scientists want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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