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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Clemson University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of these promising new open educational ventures. Scholars want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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