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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions must deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Lecturers want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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