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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this expanding need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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