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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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