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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in blended learning technology enable people all over the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Public servants want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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