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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. New developments in blended learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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