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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning make it possible for students all over the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Cambodia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle poor motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Educators want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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