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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations have to consider today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Teachers want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This new book also researches the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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