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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these fascinating new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This exciting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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