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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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