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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning technology have enabled students all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Scientists want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This amazing new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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