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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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