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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Iceland to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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