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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like The John Marshall Law School to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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