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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these fascinating new open education experiments. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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