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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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