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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in electronic educational technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations have to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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