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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Public servants want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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