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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online education make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Marquette University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these open education ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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