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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also studies the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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