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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning are empowering learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Emory University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these interesting new open education endeavours. People want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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