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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Meetup to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to better understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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