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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online education are empowering learners all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Public servants want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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