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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions are considering now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to understand these new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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