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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to take classes online. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Liberia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Students want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this desire for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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