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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in online learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning organizations are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Colombia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Students and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these important new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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