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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that online education organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also describes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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