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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning technology have empowered people all over the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Netherlands to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Educators want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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