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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in e-learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Professors want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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