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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in online learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Reunion to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these new open education initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this need for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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