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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations must deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education ventures. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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