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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Teachers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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