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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Bowling Green State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these new open educational endeavours. Educators want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This amazing new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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