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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in online education have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational ventures. Corporations want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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