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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational undertakings. Students want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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