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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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