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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to better grasp these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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