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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Belarus to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these significant new open education ventures. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this crescive need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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