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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning are providing the means for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desideratum for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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