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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in distance learning are enabling learners all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a desideratum to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also describes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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