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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are 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 several issues that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Scientists want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also describes 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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