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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in online learning have empowered people in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these important new open educational ventures. Teachers want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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