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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these significant new open educational ventures. Corporations want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also investigates the major 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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