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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in blended learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Uganda to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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