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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in blended learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to better perceive these compelling new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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