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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning technology enable students all over the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Georgia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Researchers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education