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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like China, People's Republic of to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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