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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Guatemala to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational endeavours. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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