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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Korea, North to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Educators want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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