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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning have made it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Educators want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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