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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations must deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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