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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that online education technology is improving so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Great Basin College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these open educational endeavours. Universities want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this growing demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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