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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like YouTube to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Students want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desideratum for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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