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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations must deal with today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Students want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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