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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in blended learning technology have enabled people all over the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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