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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like The Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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