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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in blended learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Universities want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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