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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions must deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Switzerland to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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