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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to take courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a desire to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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