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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like American Samoa to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better perceive these interesting new open educational undertakings. Educators want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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