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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in digital education technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand these new open education ventures. Everyone wants to know how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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