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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Tanzania to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these interesting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing need for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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