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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in electronic education technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Austria to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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