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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Educators want to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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