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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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