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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans all over the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this desideratum for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This definitive new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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