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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in e-learning are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions must deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Finland to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to understand these compelling new open education ventures. Everyone wants to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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