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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like American Samoa to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these compelling new open educational ventures. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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