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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also considers the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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