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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take courses online. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Professors want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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