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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in electronic education technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are struggling with today because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like State University of New York to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these open educational initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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