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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations are having to attend to now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Uruguay to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Universities want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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