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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ball State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these fascinating new open education undertakings. Corporations want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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