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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions have to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also describes the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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