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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Students want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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