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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning institutions are considering today because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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