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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning are empowering people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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