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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these important new open education ventures. Scientists want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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