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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Netherlands to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with poor motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Students want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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