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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. People want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this crescive desire for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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