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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online education organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Everybody wants to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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