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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in blended learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning organizations are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like State University of New York to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these new open education undertakings. Professors want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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