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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in blended learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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