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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning are empowering learners all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Micronesia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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