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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in e-learning technology have enabled humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are having to consider now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Christmas Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these open educational initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also studies the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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