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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Case Western Reserve University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these open education initiatives. Academics want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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