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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning are empowering people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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