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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses. New improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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