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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these intriguing new open educational experiments. Professors want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this desire for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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