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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in online learning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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