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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Qatar to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend these fascinating new open education endeavours. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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