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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations have to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Academics want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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