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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in elearning technology have provided the means for students all over the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations must deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these open education ventures. Students want to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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