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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Jersey to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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