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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations are dealing with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Relay Graduate School of Education to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Trainers want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this growing desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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