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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in e-learning have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Great Basin College to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Students want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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