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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations have to consider today because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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