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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in online education technology enable students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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