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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations must deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a increasing desire to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Universities want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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