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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Martinique to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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