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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these interesting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing need for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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