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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in blended learning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Renton Technical College to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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