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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning are enabling people all over the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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