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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online education are making it possible for students all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also researches the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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