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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ohio State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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