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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Everyone wants to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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