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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning institutions are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these exciting new open educational ventures. Teachers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desideratum for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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