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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Costa Rica to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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