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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology have enabled people all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like India to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education undertakings. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this desire for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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