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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning enable students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Chad to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better understand these important new open education endeavours. Public servants want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also researches the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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