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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to take part in courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations have to struggle with today because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Guam to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp these exciting new open education ventures. Researchers want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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