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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like Korea, South to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to better understand these exciting new open educational ventures. Scientists want to know how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this desire for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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