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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in blended learning are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Teachers want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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