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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning organizations are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Scientists want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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