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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Bellevue University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these open educational ventures. Everyone wants to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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