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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Corporations want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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