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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Howland Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Students and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Instructors want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This amazing new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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