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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in blended learning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Uruguay to conduct these massive open online courses? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Corporations want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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