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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Malaysia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to better understand these new open educational initiatives. People want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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