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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations have to deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these compelling new open education ventures. Academics want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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