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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Students want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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