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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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