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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Central Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Educators want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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