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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Northwestern University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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