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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Puerto Rico to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also investigates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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