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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also reviews the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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