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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Palau to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to better grasp these important new open educational ventures. Students want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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