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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Finland to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this growing desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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