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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in learning technology are enabling humans all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Utah State University to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Universities want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This new book also investigates the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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