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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online learning technology are empowering learners all over the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Jarvis Island to conduct these massively open online courses? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to better grasp these compelling new open education undertakings. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this growing desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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