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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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