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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advances in online education enable learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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