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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Minnesota to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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