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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in learning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations have to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, San Diego to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also talks about the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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