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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest gains in learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like University of New Mexico to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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