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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in electronic educational technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Cuba to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these significant new open educational ventures. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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