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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in e-learning technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like McHenry County College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to understand these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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