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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in electronic educational technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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