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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in blended learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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