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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. People want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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