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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these significant new open educational ventures. Researchers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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