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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are considering now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, San Diego to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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