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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of California, Santa Cruz to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Educators want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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