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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these interesting new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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