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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education organizations are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these open educational ventures. Professors want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this crescive need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources