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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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