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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in blended learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like CaltechX to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we deal with low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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