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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations are dealing with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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