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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, San Diego to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Students want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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