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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in e-learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Turks and Caicos Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these open educational undertakings. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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