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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is decent? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to better understand these intriguing new open educational ventures. Researchers want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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