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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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