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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology are empowering humans in every nation on earth to take classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with today because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend these promising new open education undertakings. Academics want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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