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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advancements in online learning are empowering learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a increasing demand to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also researches the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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