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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to better understand these fascinating new open educational experiments. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also studies the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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