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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning are enabling humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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