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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in elearning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations must deal with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational experiments. People want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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