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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Queen Maud Land to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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