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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology have enabled students all over the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Kuwait to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand these compelling new open education ventures. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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