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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take classes online. MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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