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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Babson College to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational experiments. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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