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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online education make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to better grasp these open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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