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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Professors want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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