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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like CaltechX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these intriguing new open education ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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