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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in online education technology have enabled people all around the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education undertakings. Students want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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