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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have enabled learners all over the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are having to consider today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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