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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to understand these promising new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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