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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these exciting new open education ventures. Teachers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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