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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Educators want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also describes the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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