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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent changes in online education technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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