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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Professors want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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