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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning organizations must deal with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bellevue University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of low motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to understand these new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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