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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions are struggling with today because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Educators want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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