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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. People want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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