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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in blended learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education ventures. Everyone wants to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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