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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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