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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this crescive desire for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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