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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take courses online. These massive open courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. People want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also researches the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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