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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like State University of New York to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these fascinating new open education undertakings. Academics want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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