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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning organizations are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Japan to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Educators want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also addresses the key 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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