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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in online learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this developing desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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