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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Babson College to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Instructors want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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