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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in blended learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Uruguay to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these exciting new open education ventures. Educators want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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