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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education ventures. Public servants want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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