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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these important new open educational ventures. Professors want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this crescive need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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