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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in blended learning have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Jordan to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education