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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Chile to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to better perceive these important new open education undertakings. Educators want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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