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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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