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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions are considering now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is decent? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants desire to understand these open education initiatives. Lecturers want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also deals with the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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