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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in electronic educational technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Academics want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desideratum for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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