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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in learning technology are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also researches the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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