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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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