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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like China, People's Republic of to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Scholars want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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