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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of these exciting new open educational endeavours. People want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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