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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). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these important new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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