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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans all over the world to take classes online. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Academics want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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