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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online education technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Cuba to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Professors want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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