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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for students all around the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This new book also studies the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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