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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology have empowered learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Marshall Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better grasp these interesting new open educational undertakings. Universities want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also investigates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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