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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online education technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider today because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Pierre and Miquelon to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education initiatives. Universities want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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