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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to understand these significant new open education undertakings. People want to know how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing desire for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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