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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently 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 issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education experiments. Educators want to know how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This book also analyzes the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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