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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning have provided the means for learners all around the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the quality of these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a expanding demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Students want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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