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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Universities want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)