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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in elearning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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