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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning organizations are struggling with now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these massive open online courses? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this crescive demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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