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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are considering now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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