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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning have enabled learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations are struggling with now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also researches the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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