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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations are considering now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Everybody wants to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also addresses 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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