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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. People want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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