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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning organizations are struggling with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Great Basin College to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to better grasp these open educational undertakings. Academics want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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