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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online education technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Case Western Reserve University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education undertakings. Academics want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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