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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to better comprehend these significant new open education undertakings. Instructors want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This new book also reviews the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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