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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in learning technology have empowered students all around the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Michigan to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Educators want to grasp how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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