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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle poor motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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