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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these new open educational ventures. Public servants want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding desideratum for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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