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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in elearning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Tokelau to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Instructors want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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