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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education ventures. Corporations want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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