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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in e-learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these MOOC classes? How can we handle low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to better perceive these fascinating new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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