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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants need to better perceive these interesting new open educational ventures. Researchers want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also deals with the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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