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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in distance learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Professors want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also researches the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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