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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. People want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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