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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these open educational undertakings. Instructors want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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