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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like The University of Chicago to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this crescive need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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