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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in blended learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these open educational initiatives. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also studies the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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