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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend these compelling new open education ventures. Educators want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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