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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take online classes. These online MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like New Zealand to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education ventures. Everyone wants to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this growing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This definitive new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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