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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational ventures. Teachers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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