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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning organizations must deal with now that learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like El Salvador to conduct these massively open online courses? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education endeavours. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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