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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning are empowering people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ball State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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