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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in electronic education technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like University of New Mexico to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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