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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These massive online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Instructors want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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