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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. People want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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