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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in elearning technology enable learners all over the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to better understand these fascinating new open educational experiments. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also investigates 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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