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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these significant new open education initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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