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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in e-learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Clemson University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these significant new open education ventures. Corporations want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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