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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning are providing the means for learners all over the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we guarantee that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This book also describes the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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