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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in online learning have made it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of these massive open online courses is good? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Professors want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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