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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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