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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education experiments. Students want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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