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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online education technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like The Ohio State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this developing desire for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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