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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in electronic educational technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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