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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning make it possible for people all over the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations must deal with now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? How can educators deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to better understand these important new open education initiatives. Students want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desire for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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