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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Kauffman Fellows Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this expanding need for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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