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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling students all over the world to participate in courses online. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants would like to better understand these exciting new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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