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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Philippines to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. People want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this demand for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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