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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are dealing with today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants desire to better comprehend these new open education initiatives. Trainers want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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