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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have empowered learners all around the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to understand these interesting new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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