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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these fascinating new open education initiatives. Public servants want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding demand for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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