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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in blended learning technology enable students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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