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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a expanding need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these compelling new open education initiatives. Instructors want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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