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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these important new open education endeavours. Scientists want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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