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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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