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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology are empowering people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Virginia to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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