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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Scholars want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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