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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning have provided the means for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions have to consider now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we deal with low motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a desire to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational initiatives. People want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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