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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Singapore to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Students want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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