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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also describes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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