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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is good? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these open education initiatives. Students want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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