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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in electronic educational technology are enabling humans all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this developing desideratum for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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