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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are considering now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Great Basin College to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to understand these intriguing new open education ventures. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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