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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. New changes in distance learning are providing the means for students all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Iceland to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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