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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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