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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in electronic educational technology make it possible for students all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Malaysia to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education initiatives. Academics want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this developing desideratum for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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